WAVE OF CASH FOR EVANS AND YAMBA SURF LIFE SAVING CLUBS

The Evans Head-Casino and Yamba Surf Life Saving Clubs are the big winners from the NSW Government’s latest round of funding under the Surf Club Facility Program, Clarence Nationals MP Richie Williamson has announced.

“Evans Head-Casino has been awarded over $84,077 to reduce their electricity costs by installing solar panels and to upgrade the security system to keyless entry, while Yamba has secured $124,608 to replace the surf club’s existing deck and verandah flooring,” Mr Williamson said.

“These grants will ensure the clubhouses are well maintained and equipped to train our next generation of surf lifesavers in a modern and sustainable environment.

“Surf Life Saving Clubs like Evans Head and Yamba are often the hub of their local communities, and our volunteer lifesavers should have access to fit-for-purpose facilities so they can focus on saving lives.

“The clubhouses are often used as a function rooms for weddings and other community events so the whole community will benefit from these upgrades.

“Surf Clubs don’t just save lives, they teach young people all sorts or life skills to equip them for the future, so this is a really good investment.”